24/04/2026
Travel Guide to Araceli 🌴🚢
Please find below a detailed travel guide featuring two travel route options and contact information for third-party transportation services. Enjoy a comfortable and hassle-free journey—we’ll take care of the rest so you can start your stay with ease and convenience.
💁 We also offer complimentary assistance in arranging and booking transportation transfers for our guests to make your trip smoother and more convenient. This service is completely free of charge, and we are happy to help coordinate your travel arrangements before your arrival.
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🛣️ ROUTE ONE
Puerto Princesa → Dumaran → Araceli
⏱️ Total Travel Time: Approximately 6 hours 45 minutes
🚐 Long Van Ride + ⛴️ Short Ferry Ride
🚐 STEP 1: Van Ride
Puerto Princesa → Sta. Teresita Port
⏱️ Duration: 4–5 hours
Joiners Van
🕑 Pickup: 2:00 AM–3:00 AM
💰 Fare: P500–P600 per person
Private Van
🕑 Pickup: 3:00 AM–10:00 AM
💰 Fare: P5,000–P6,500 per trip (up to 12 passengers)
⚠️ Reservation required
⛴️ STEP 2: Boat Ride
Sta. Teresita Port → Dumaran Poblacion Port
⏱️ Duration: 45 minutes
💰 Fare: P150–P200 per person
🕒 Boat Schedule
Morning: 7:15 AM | 8:30 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM
Afternoon: 1:15 PM | 3:30 PM | 4:00 PM | 5:15 PM
🚐 STEP 3: Van Ride
Dumaran Poblacion Port → Villa Darroca, Araceli
⏱️ Duration: 55 minutes
Joiners Van
💰 Fare: P250–P300 per person
🕒 Departure: 9:00–11:00 AM
Private Van
💰 Fare: P2,500–P3,000 per trip (up to 10 passengers)
⚠️ Reservation required
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🛣️ ROUTE TWO
Puerto Princesa → Roxas → Araceli
⏱️ Total Travel Time: Approximately 8 hours
🚐 Short Van Ride + ⛴️ Long Ferry Ride
⭐ Preferred by many tourists who enjoy a 4–5-hour scenic boat ride
🚐 STEP 1: Van Ride
Puerto Princesa → Roxas Feder Port
⏱️ Duration: 2.5–3 hours
Joiners Van
📍 Boarding Area: Irawan Terminal
🕓 Schedule: 4:00–6:00 AM
💰 Fare: P250–P300 per person
Private Van
🕓 Pickup: 4:00–6:00 AM
💰 Fare: P2,500–P3,000 per trip (up to 12 passengers)
⚠️ Reservation required
⛴️ STEP 2: Boat Ride
Roxas Feder Port → Port of Araceli
⏱️ Duration: 5 hours
💰 Fare: P500–P600 per person
🕘 Schedule: 9:00 AM daily (except Mondays)
🛺 STEP 3: Tricycle Ride
Port of Araceli → Villa Darroca
⏱️ Duration: 15 minutes
💰 Fare: P50–P100 per trip
✅ Available at the port — no reservation needed
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🚖 THIRD-PARTY TRANSPORT SERVICES
🚐 Van: Puerto Princesa ↔ Sta. Teresita Port / Dumaran
👤 Mr. Ariel Manlavi
📱 0950 209 0497
👤 EJK Paguntalan
📱 0938 832 2007
⛴️ Public Boat: Sta. Teresita Port ↔ Dumaran Poblacion Port
🕒 Morning: 7:15 AM | 8:30 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM
🕒 Afternoon: 1:15 PM | 3:30 PM | 4:00 PM | 5:15 PM
🚐 Van: Dumaran Poblacion Port ↔ Villa Darroca, Araceli
👤 Brylle / Bridget
📱 0905 157 4732 / 0939 571 3841
👤 Mr. Alein
📱 0906 956 6917
👤 Mr. Daculap / Puloy
📱 0945 693 7745
👤 Mr. Louie
📱 0963 309 3419 / 0955 071 8744
🛺 Tricycle Rental — Araceli Area
👤 Nong Bads
📱 0907 578 4365 / 0905 641 2167
💰 P50–P150 per trip
🏍️ Motorbike Rental — Araceli Area
👤 Ms. Maricel
📱 0907 757 0004
💰 P300–P500
👤 Ms. Merly
📱 0981 263 8205
💰 P300–P500
🏄 Kayak, SUP & Kitesurfing Rentals
👤 Ms. Risa
📱 0917 651 5813
🚤 Island Hopping Tours — Araceli Area
👤 Mr. Darroca
📱 0977 841 1466
💰 P1,500 per person
Explore Araceli’s beautiful islands, crystal-clear waters, and hidden gems for an unforgettable island adventure.
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🌊✨ Enjoy your journey, travel safely, and see you at Villa Darroca!
